-idad

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See also: idad and Idad

Spanish

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin -itātem. Doublet of -edad.

Suffix

-idad f (noun-forming suffix, plural -idades)

  1. Alternative form of -dad
    conductivo (conductive) + ‎-idad → ‎conductividad (conductivity)
    fácil (easy) + ‎-idad → ‎facilidad (ease)

Usage notes

  • Used generally for adjectives of three or more syllables; comparable to the English suffix -ity.

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